Champions Trophy 2025 Semi-Finals: Group B Scenario After Australia vs Afghanistan Match

The Champions Trophy 2025 semi-final lineup from Group B has taken an intriguing turn after Australia secured their spot following a washed-out game against Afghanistan in Lahore. With the result, Australia reached 4 points, ensuring their progression. However, the battle for the second semi-final spot remains open, with Afghanistan still clinging to a small chance of making it through, depending on the England vs South Africa match on Saturday.

Australia’s Qualification and Group B Standings

Australia’s match against Afghanistan ended in abandonment due to a wet outfield, leading to both teams sharing points. This outcome left the points table as follows:

• Australia – 4 points (Qualified)
• South Africa – 3 points (One match left)
• Afghanistan – 3 points (Waiting on results)
• England – Already eliminated

“Australia’s dominance in the group stage has secured them a semi-final spot, but Afghanistan still has hope if England delivers a strong performance against South Africa,” experts analyzed.

How Can Afghanistan Qualify?

For Afghanistan to reach the semi-finals, the following scenario must occur:

• England must defeat South Africa – If South Africa wins, they will finish as the top side from Group B with 5 points.
• The margin of England’s victory must be large – South Africa’s Net Run Rate (NRR) should drop below Afghanistan’s.
• Afghanistan’s NRR must remain superior – Only if South Africa’s NRR falls below Afghanistan’s, will the latter qualify.

What South Africa Needs to Do

South Africa, on the other hand, has a clear path to the semi-finals. If they win against England, even by the narrowest margin, they will move ahead to the knockout stage. However, if they lose heavily, Afghanistan will get the chance to sneak in.

Afghanistan’s Champions Trophy 2025 Journey

Afghanistan has fought valiantly throughout the tournament, displaying great promise. Their key performances include:

• A strong total of 273 against Australia before the match was washed out.
• Key contributions from players like Rashid Khan and Azmatullah Omarzai.
• A crucial win against England, keeping their semi-final hopes alive.

Final Verdict

The Champions Trophy 2025 semi-final race has come down to a thrilling conclusion. While South Africa has the advantage, Afghanistan’s fate now rests on England’s performance. If England manages a big win, Afghanistan could pull off a historic semi-final entry. All eyes will be on Saturday’s England vs South Africa clash, which will determine the final semi-finalist from Group B.

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